The Nature of the Judicial Process

The book explores the decision-making processes of judges, detailing both conscious and unconscious influences on their rulings. Cardozo articulates the various sources of information that inform judicial decisions, including precedent, logical consistency, and social welfare considerations. He emphasizes the interplay between legal standards and moral values in shaping justice. This treatise, presented in accessible language, remains a seminal work in understanding judicial reasoning and the complexities involved in legal decision-making.